Applications of Slow Light in Telecommunications
Abstract
Over the past several years, researchers have been intrigued by the possibility of using nonlinear optical methods to exercise unprecedented control over the propagation velocity of light pulses through material systems. Exotic effects such as slow light, fast light and even stored light have been observed in the laboratory. Now, optical scientists are turning their attention toward developing useful applications of slow light, including controllable optical delay lines, optical buffers and true time delay methods for synthetic aperture radar. This article reviews recent progress in developing slow-light methods for these applications.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA478047
Entities
People
- Alexander L. Gaeta
- Daniel J Gauthier
- Robert W. Boyd
Organizations
- University of Rochester